Monday, December 23rd, 2024

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Good morning, Missoula. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of December.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Montana sets a new spending record for research at $143.8 million, with a 16% increase from the previous year, indicating significant growth in its research enterprise. KPAX
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ University of Montana scientists are contributing to the understanding of the social, ecological, and policy implications of grizzly bear conservation and management in Montana. KPAX
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missoula is retiring its iconic 67-year-old snowblower, a vital tool for winter street clearing, due to maintenance challenges, with plans to auction it off and replace it with more cost-effective equipment. Missoulian
- ➤ Montana will offer digital driver's licenses starting in 2025, allowing residents to store their IDs on their smartphones, alongside a traditional physical option. Newstalk KGVO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ University of Montana wide receiver Keelan White receives honorable mention for the 2024 Jon Cornish Trophy, recognizing outstanding Canadian student-athletes in NCAA football. Newstalk KGVO
- ➤ Missoula's youth cyclists showcased their talent with multiple podium finishes and a collegiate national title at the U.S. Cyclocross National Championships. Missoulian
- ➤ The Montana Grizzlies showed signs of improvement despite a 71-67 loss to San Francisco, ending their nonconference games with determination for future success. Missoulian
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Kwanzaa Celebration in Missoula
Celebrate Kwanzaa with community festivities in Missoula from December 26th to January 1st.
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Uncle Lucius Live Performance
Uncle Lucius will be performing live at Top Hat in Missoula, showcasing their unique blend of folk and rock music.
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Dead Sky Concert in Missoula
Experience a live concert featuring Dead Sky at the Top Hat in Missoula, Montana.
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Absolutely Saturday Dance Party with DJ Kris Moon
Experience a lively night of dancing with DJ Kris Moon at The Badlander in Downtown Missoula.
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INFEKT Concert at The Badlander
INFEKT will perform live at The Badlander in Missoula, providing an energetic music experience.
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Montana Grizzlies Women's Basketball vs. Idaho State Bengals
The Montana Grizzlies Women's Basketball team will compete against the Idaho State Bengals at Dahlberg Arena.
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The Kitchen Dwellers - Night Two
Experience an evening of live music featuring the Kitchen Dwellers at The Wilma in Missoula.
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Weekly Bluegrass Jam at The Old Post
Enjoy live bluegrass music and community bonding every Monday evening at The Old Post in Missoula.
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Taylor Swift
Experience the music of Taylor Swift performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a unique candlelight setting at the Missoula Children's Theatre.
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